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Data Analyst Intern roles qualify for STEM OPT when your degree falls under an eligible CIP code and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. The 24-month STEM OPT extension gives you up to 36 months total to build analytical experience, complete your I-983 training plan, and pursue long-term sponsorship.
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Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future.
This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Senior Engineer, Interconnections and Grid Analysis will perform technical analysis to assist in the interconnection process for the different generation projects. Based out of Invenergy’s Chicago office, the Engineer, Interconnections and Grid Analysis will also be responsible for assisting in other transmission associated activities and analysis, including interpreting the different market rules as they apply to the interconnection process.
Responsibilities
- Perform power flow analysis and market related evaluations as part of generation and transmission development activities.
- Provide grid, transmission system planning and congestion evaluation, to assist in development activities mainly in PJM, NYISO, and ISONE.
- Review utility and RTO/ISO transmission expansion plans to identify potential opportunities.
- Review utility interconnection studies (feasibility, impact, stability and facility).
- Identify areas for new transmission projects based on generation technological shifts and the corresponding impacts it has on grid behavior.
- Utilize regulatory and compliance knowledge to identify and evaluate areas of critical impact for projects in the interconnection pipeline.
- Work with regulatory team to provide input on queue reforms and process changes as necessary.
- Develop conceptual design of interconnection facilities and costs.
- Assist in conceptual design of wind farm and solar electrical collection systems (34.5kV), substations (34.5kV – transmission voltage 115kV – 230kV – 345kV), and project owned transmission lines.
- Provide assistance during project design and construction for interconnection related issues.
- Interpret market rules as they apply to the interconnection study, construction, and operation of generation projects.
- Provide assistance to asset managers in developing and implementing bidding and risk management strategies.
- Participate in various industry groups dealing with interconnection and market issues.
- Perform technical diligence for potential M&A projects.
- Perform complex Transmission delivery assessments to support Origination and business opportunities for RFPs.
- Coordinate with consultants to prepare system models and perform reliability and economic studies.
- Establish relationships with various technical experts among stakeholders, utilities, RTO/ISOs.
REQUIRED SKILLS
- BS or MS in Electrical Engineering with a focus on power systems.
- 3+ years of experience in transmission system planning, compliance and operations including complex power flow, short circuit, and stability studies.
- Knowledge of FERC, NERC standards related to transmission and interconnections, including Open Access Transmission Tariff (OATT) a plus.
- ISO/RTO or Utility interconnection related experience preferred.
- Experience working on regional complex power system studies and system planning assessments.
- Experienced in the use of power flow software such as PSS/E, GE PSLF TARA, PowerWorld or similar software package a plus.
- Proficiency in spreadsheet modeling using Microsoft Excel.
- Experience in using VBA for automating processes, tasks or interpreting data is a plus.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
BASE PAY
125,000.00 - 155,000.00 USD Annual
Bonus: 20% - 30%
The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills.
In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process.
Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, etc.
Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.
INTRODUCTION
Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future.
This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Senior Engineer, Interconnections and Grid Analysis will perform technical analysis to assist in the interconnection process for the different generation projects. Based out of Invenergy’s Chicago office, the Engineer, Interconnections and Grid Analysis will also be responsible for assisting in other transmission associated activities and analysis, including interpreting the different market rules as they apply to the interconnection process.
Responsibilities
- Perform power flow analysis and market related evaluations as part of generation and transmission development activities.
- Provide grid, transmission system planning and congestion evaluation, to assist in development activities mainly in PJM, NYISO, and ISONE.
- Review utility and RTO/ISO transmission expansion plans to identify potential opportunities.
- Review utility interconnection studies (feasibility, impact, stability and facility).
- Identify areas for new transmission projects based on generation technological shifts and the corresponding impacts it has on grid behavior.
- Utilize regulatory and compliance knowledge to identify and evaluate areas of critical impact for projects in the interconnection pipeline.
- Work with regulatory team to provide input on queue reforms and process changes as necessary.
- Develop conceptual design of interconnection facilities and costs.
- Assist in conceptual design of wind farm and solar electrical collection systems (34.5kV), substations (34.5kV – transmission voltage 115kV – 230kV – 345kV), and project owned transmission lines.
- Provide assistance during project design and construction for interconnection related issues.
- Interpret market rules as they apply to the interconnection study, construction, and operation of generation projects.
- Provide assistance to asset managers in developing and implementing bidding and risk management strategies.
- Participate in various industry groups dealing with interconnection and market issues.
- Perform technical diligence for potential M&A projects.
- Perform complex Transmission delivery assessments to support Origination and business opportunities for RFPs.
- Coordinate with consultants to prepare system models and perform reliability and economic studies.
- Establish relationships with various technical experts among stakeholders, utilities, RTO/ISOs.
REQUIRED SKILLS
- BS or MS in Electrical Engineering with a focus on power systems.
- 3+ years of experience in transmission system planning, compliance and operations including complex power flow, short circuit, and stability studies.
- Knowledge of FERC, NERC standards related to transmission and interconnections, including Open Access Transmission Tariff (OATT) a plus.
- ISO/RTO or Utility interconnection related experience preferred.
- Experience working on regional complex power system studies and system planning assessments.
- Experienced in the use of power flow software such as PSS/E, GE PSLF TARA, PowerWorld or similar software package a plus.
- Proficiency in spreadsheet modeling using Microsoft Excel.
- Experience in using VBA for automating processes, tasks or interpreting data is a plus.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
BASE PAY
125,000.00 - 155,000.00 USD Annual
Bonus: 20% - 30%
The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills.
In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process.
Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, etc.
Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Data Analyst Intern
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code maps to a USCIS-approved STEM field. Statistics, computer science, and information systems all qualify, but interdisciplinary degrees sometimes carry non-STEM CIP codes that block the extension.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask recruiters for their E-Verify Company ID or check enrollment status directly through the E-Verify employer search. A data-focused internship at a startup or research firm may lack E-Verify enrollment, making your STEM OPT extension invalid from day one.
Build your I-983 training plan around measurable analytics goals
Your I-983 must list specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree, not just job duties. Frame goals around skills like predictive modeling, SQL query optimization, or dashboard development so your DSO and employer can sign off without revision requests.
Target employers with active STEM OPT hiring patterns
Use Migrate Mate to filter Data Analyst Intern roles by employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and STEM OPT hiring history, so you spend time on applications where your work authorization is already understood.
Time your OPT start date to maximize the extension window
USCIS requires you to apply for the STEM OPT extension no later than 90 days before your initial OPT expires. Applying early gives you a 180-day cap-gap buffer if you later pursue H-1B visa sponsorship during the same authorization period.
Use the OFLC Wage Search to benchmark internship offers
STEM OPT employers must pay you the prevailing wage for your role and location. Pull the Level I wage for your SOC code in the OFLC Wage Search before you negotiate, so you can flag underpaying offers that may indicate the employer isn't prepared for OPT compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Data Analyst Intern role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree carries an approved STEM CIP code and the role directly applies that field of study. Data analyst positions typically align with STEM degrees in statistics, mathematics, computer science, or information systems. Your DSO confirms eligibility by matching your CIP code against the USCIS STEM Designated Degree Program List before recommending the extension on your I-20.
How do I verify that a Data Analyst Intern employer is enrolled in E-Verify?
Ask the recruiter or HR contact for the company's E-Verify Company ID during the offer stage, before you accept. You can also search employer enrollment status through the E-Verify website. If the employer can't confirm enrollment, you can't use your STEM OPT extension there, regardless of how well the role fits your degree.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a Data Analyst Intern position?
The I-983 must describe how the internship uses and develops skills from your STEM degree. For a data analyst role, list specific learning goals such as applying statistical methods to business data, building ETL pipelines, or producing reports using tools like Python, R, or SQL. Vague descriptions like 'gaining work experience' get flagged by DSOs and slow down your authorization.
Can I stay authorized if my employer files an H-1B petition while I'm on STEM OPT?
Yes, through cap-gap protection. If your employer files an H-1B petition before your STEM OPT expires and it's selected in the lottery, your work authorization automatically extends through September 30 of that fiscal year while USCIS processes the petition. You must remain employed with the same employer and maintain your F-1 status throughout this period.
Where can I find Data Analyst Intern roles that are verified for STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists Data Analyst Intern positions filtered for employers enrolled in E-Verify, which is the foundational requirement for STEM OPT eligibility. Searching there saves you from spending time on applications at companies that can't legally employ you under the extension, and from discovering the issue after you've already started the offer process.